Jake Paul joins hand with Donald Trump post-influencer, boxer career

Jake Paul has explored various fields of work as he initially transitioned from being a YouTube stream before becoming a boxer.

The 29-year-old is not stopping there as he has entered politics besides the current president of the United States, Donald Trump.

During his Kentucky rally on March 11, 2026, the influencer earned “complete endorsement” from Trump for political office.

The streamer addressed a huge crowd before the politician spoke high about Paul, calling him a “courageous guy” and “hell of fighter.”

Pointing towards the star, Trump predicted that he would be “running for political office” in the near future.

The online community was shocked to witness this update as netizens poked fun at Paul for joining politics after stirring several controversies.

One of the X users shared a gif of Kanye West calling out Lady Gaga, writing: “[redacted] Jake Paul know[s] about politics.”

Another netizen poked fun at the announcement, writing: “What the hell??? We’re so doomed omg,” while a third was confused, noting: “The Youtube guy?”

The fighter has remained highly controversial for his questionable remarks which was met with a wave of criticism.

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Moreover, Paul has been accused of sexually assaulting TikTok star Justine Paradise at his LA residence in 2019.

In a confessional video, Paradise revealed being touched inappropriately by the streamer and forced to perform sexually explicit acts.

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